"I wanted to be part of The Sunday Supper because my grandparents have a house in Emerald Isle," Howerton said. "That place got hit hard and when I heard what Raleigh was doing, I was like 'Count me in please!'"

This is the Second Sunday Supper to take over downtown Raleigh, the first happening in 2016 shortly after Hurricane Matthew.

This year's event sold out prior. Tickets were $25 each and 1,000 were sold. The event has already raised $400,000 according to organizers.

"We're still taking donations," said Khan. "You're welcome to visit the SundaySupper.org to make an additional contribution if you can't be with us today."